IBM PCjr

GPTKB entity

Statements (58)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:computer
gptkbp:advertising TV commercials
gptkbp:color_options Beige casing
gptkbp:compatibility IBM PC compatible
PC-DOS compatible software
gptkbp:customer_support Limited after discontinuation
gptkbp:design Compact design for home use
gptkbp:dimensions 12.5 x 14.5 x 4.5 inches
gptkbp:discontinued gptkb:1985
gptkbp:emulation Limited emulation capabilities.
gptkbp:end_of_life gptkb:1985
gptkbp:exhibition Easy to use for families
gptkbp:expansion_slots 2
gptkbp:graphics CGA graphics
gptkbp:historical_significance Early attempt at a home computer by IBM
gptkbp:home_port gptkb:joystick
gptkb:keyboard
Serial and parallel ports
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label IBM PCjr
gptkbp:input_output QWERTY keyboard layout
Full-size keyboard
gptkbp:launch_price $669
gptkbp:legacy Influenced later IBM PC models
Limited compatibility with IBM PC software
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:IBM
gptkbp:market_launch gptkb:1984
gptkbp:market_segment Home computer
gptkbp:marketing_strategy Family-oriented marketing
gptkbp:monitors gptkb:Color_Graphics_Adapter_(CGA)
gptkbp:network Optional modem
gptkbp:notable_feature Integrated BASIC interpreter
gptkbp:notable_users Home users
gptkbp:operating_system gptkb:PC-DOS
gptkbp:peripherals Printers
gptkbp:power_supply External power supply
gptkbp:processor gptkb:Intel_8088
gptkbp:provides_support_for Limited software library
gptkbp:ram 128 KB
16 KB
gptkbp:release_date gptkb:1984
gptkbp:resolution 320x200 pixels
gptkbp:sound PC speaker
No dedicated sound card
gptkbp:storage 5.25-inch floppy disk
Up to 640 KB
gptkbp:successor gptkb:IBM_PS/1
gptkb:IBM_PC
gptkbp:target_audience Families and children
gptkbp:user_base Small user base compared to competitors
gptkbp:user_interface Text-based interface
gptkbp:user_manual Available in print and online
gptkbp:weight 6.5 kg
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:IBM_PC
gptkb:IBM's_PC_division
gptkb:IBM_Personal_Computer
gptkb:IBM_PC_Division
gptkb:CP/_M
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5